Dana B.

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Eli arrived within the two hour window and I used the "Housecall" app to check exactly where the technician was. He was courteous, friendly, and professional. He did the work, using a tarp so as not to dirty my carpet, which I appreciated. The quality of the work was top notch. I would definitely use this company again and would not hesitate to recommend Eli specifically.

Grete O.

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Jovani did a good job replacing a cracked glass on a large window. He showed on time, removed the glass, returned within 2-3 hours with a fully assembled window. He glued back multiple plastic dividers for a small windows impression.
I would use his services again.

Kathryn S.

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The job Adrian worked on was hanging two vinyl outside gates, removing cedar shingles from the front of the house around the front door and window, stuccoing the area removing and rebuilding the front door jamb and threshold and tiling the small front porch with saulito tiles.
Adrian and his partner were very reliable and hard workers. Adrian spent time doing the quote on the spot and adhered to the quote. When some unanticipated problems arose, like running out of tiles (my fault), he went out of his way to solve the problem, find the correct matching tiles and complete the job. Even after finishing, when the screen door was not hung correctly, he came back the next day and fixed it. Very honest, I could rely on his word and he did good work. His prices are very reasonable. I would definitely hire him again.

J. L.

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I had a previous bad experience with a plumber, and decided to find a more scrupulous person to fix the half-done job. I decided to try out thumbtack, and posted a brief description of the work. Joel was the first of 5 plumbers to reply within the hour.
Joel showed up the morning of the job with another employee and reviewed my plumbing issue in detail before going into the crawl space with his associate to double check the situation. He came back out, described the problem, offered short and long term solutions, and we agreed on which route to take.
He assigned the work to his employee, and the work was completed in a couple hours. Although he was not the cheapest of those plumbers who replied, I did feel that Joel provided a reasonable price for the work, had great communication, and his employee also had all the necessary parts for the job in his van (eliminating the need to run down to Home Depot or Lowes for parts). Joel's employee was hard-working and he also provided me with before and after photos of the work completed.
I am inclined to seek him out again for future home improvement projects (bathroom remodel, roofing).

Brittany C.

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I hired Tim to install exterior window shutters after my original shutters were damaged in the rain. Tim was quick to respond to all messages and the project was scheduled that same week. Tim showed up at the scheduled time and completed the project in a timely manner. My new window shutters turned out great and I would hire Tim in the future for my handyman projects.

David C.

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For the last few years, we've had 3-4 windows that did not open or close properly. Window companies and local stores only wanted to sell me new windows.
Then along came Bruce. He came to our house, looked at the windows, and said "no problem." He ordered the necessary parts, and came back to the house within a few days to make the repairs. The windows now glide like brand new.
Throughout this transaction, Bruce was great. He was very prompt, respectful of our home, and his price was very fair. In addition, he fixed an interior door that wasn't aligned properly.
I will highly recommend Bruce to anyone that wants to discuss his service and performance.

Juan M.

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What started as one project ended in 4. I initially called to add and change my lights in my living room to energy saving LED recess lighting . I was so pleased of the work and time efficiency I decided to have the old 1950s popcorn ceiling removed and changed to a smooth top coat. Again I was very pleased with the results . My wife and my wallet loved it. I then had American Castles up-grade my electric panel with new breakers to accommodate the new electronic gadgets and appliances of my home . To finish I also had American Castles replace some of the single pane windows to double pane energy efficient saving window. In the end, my electric bill has now been reduced to 2/3 of what it was the month prior.
I am very satisfied of the end results and the whole experience

Oren H.

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I'm very satisfied with the quality of the work done. The entire process went quite smoothly thanks to the professionalism and excellent communication with Dennis and Sean.
I had most the windows in our house replaced, which were originals from the 1950's. The quality of the new Anlin windows seem quite high and I could immediately notice the decrease in noise pollution. The workers did a very professional job and made sure that I was fully satisfied before leaving.
Overall, very positive experience at a very reasonable price, I wouldn't hesitate using them again, highly recommended.

James L.

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Our job was to demolish and replace the existing wood patio / balcony that hangs over our garage port. Thomas Lee Cloud hauled away the old one and arranged for the purchase of the wood, the painting, and the assembly of the new deck. The best part was that he knew the city codes very well so that it would pass the city inspection. Many electrical complications arose but TLC was able to solve them.

Debi F.

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Scott swan has done an incredible job at my home. He repaired a water damaged wall in my family room He drywalled the wall, textured the wall to match the rest of the room, and painted. Scott is also painting the outside of my home. Scott has worked with more precision, sanding, sealing, primer before painting, than anyone i have ever hired in the past. I highly recommend Scott Swan. He is honest, trustworthy, and shows up.

Alex M.

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Surepro did a fantastic job replacing my windows and repairing the stucco/repainting my home. There teams worked so fast (the windows were replaced in a day!).
Everyone took pride in their work and even did a few extra things when asked.
They always arrived on time, worked throughout the day and kept the jobsite clean. No corners were cut, no time was wasted.
If you're thinking of repainting or putting in new windows, Surepro needs to be on the top of your list!!

Allison S.

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I highly recommend Steve Fry for your construction needs! We had a barn door custom made just sitting at our home and in need of installation. Steve responded timely to my Thumbtack request and we made arrangements to meet within a few days. He showed up on time and was prepared to do the work. The door kit was a bit raw, but he knew exactly what to do. He was friendly, and is truly and expert in door hanging. The final product took only a few hours and it looks beautiful. Couldn't be happier. Please call Steve for your construction projects - you won't be disappointed!

Leiga S.

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We had just bought a new house and wanted to renovate a bedroom and bathroom that had not been permitted by the previous owner. We hired Ronald Butler and his crew because out of all the contractors we interviewed, he seemed the most knowledgeable and apt to delivering the services we were looking for. From the outset of the renovation, it was clear that our new home was going to need much more work than we anticipated. The discoveries we made when opening up walls, prompted us to change our scope of work. We were now facing new electrical, plumbing, foundation, roofing, and flooring among other things. My wife and I were nervous about the changes because of the financial ramifications, and with two small children, the impact it will have on our living conditions for the next several months. Fortunately for us, we found the right contractor. Ronald's no nonsense advice, professional guidance and expert workmanship has made this process a lot more manageable than we thought. The project included in addition to the aforementioned scope: new floor plan, new HVAC, new tankless water heater, high efficiency appliances for a new kitchen, solar tubes, new electrical sub-panels, two new bathrooms, with new tub, all new fixtures, toilets and sinks, new laundry room, energy efficient recessed lighting throughout the house, new copper piping, gas piping, new electrical conductors, recepticles and switches, new windows, interior and exterior doors, new drywall and paint, new insulation, and a new 400 square foot deck. There were many challenges throughout this project, and Ronald and his crew met and overcame each one in a timely fashion, with courtesy and professional tact. My wife and I feel very fortunate to have found Ronald. He has not only delivered us a completely renovated home, that meets all of our contemporary criteria with all the new energy efficient home options, but he has also given us peace of mind and security for us and our children in an ideal home for many years to come.
....photos coming soon.

Christine S.

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We have used Joe Ghandour first for our kitchen remodel and now for our bathrooms as well as some painting and other improvements. He is an outstanding contractor to deal with. Down-to-earth, honest, knowledgeable, detail-oriented, conscientious, and above all that, responsive. When he says he is going to be there, he is there, not like others I have dealt with who shrug you off for weeks. He is continually aware of our budget, offers suggestions, and calmly resolves any unforeseen issue that arises. His workmanship is sensational, and makes my middle-class home look like an elegant showroom. Top notch business and the only one we would use for any remodeling or construction projects.

Sofia S.

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Spoke to Erick over the phone. Explained to him what I needed & he set up appt for Polo (contractor) to come over, speak to me and go over realistically of how long it was going to take & how much it was going to cost to redo my mom's bathroom, change Windows & fix steps. i appreciated the honesty & the follow up from everyone.

Ej G.

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All-Tech came to my home in West Hills to install Windows, patio tiles and a patio cover. Sergio and this crew were very professional. They showed up on time every day and delivered what he promised. I have also recommended All-Tech to family and friends.

Katrina C.

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We had just started our "shopping" for new windows for our home and Al was quick to respond through the app. We set a date to have him come and show us the windows and give a quote on them. We were so impressed with the presentation and the quality of windows that we knew we didn't need to shop around. Al and his team (via phone) were amazing. We even received a call from a member of the family who OWNS the company to thank us for working with them. We are genuinely impressed and happy to be working with Al and can hardly wait when the install will be completed.

Kristine E.

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Mark Bench is a mom and pop construction I hired to do some improvements at our little home in Bixby Long Beach. I had some plumbing, some electrical, room renovation with new doors and windows and Garage improvements including Garage doors installed. I wish I can show pictures to show how happy I am with their work. These guys are professional and knows what they are doing. If you want fast and neatly done job, I recommend these guys.

Troy H.

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I have a 3 bedroom home in Irivine that had old metal windows. I met with about 3 companies and chose to do business with window source. The product and the pricing seemed very fair and much better than what I had seen from some others like sears and renewal by andersen. the windows havent been installed yet but everything is on track. looking forward to it!

Q & A

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Thumbtack.

How do you replace a window?

You may want to replace a window if the glass has been damaged, you’re remodeling a room, or you want to upgrade your energy efficiency as well as your style by getting rid of those drafty single panes that are losing you money. When replacing a window, you can remove and replace the entire window down to the house frame. This method is best if the existing frame is damaged or deteriorating, but requires construction skills and know-how and will take more time and money. An easier and less expensive option is to install an insert replacement window into the existing frame. Insert replacements are only an option if your window frame is in good condition without rot or damage.

When replacing an entire window, first you’ll carefully remove the existing window with a pry bar and other tools. Next, you’ll make any repairs and adjustments needed to the existing frame or header and studs to ensure that the space is perfectly plumb and square, so the new window will sit perfectly within the space. Next, install the new window from the exterior, securing it into place. You’ll need to precisely wrap and insulate the window to ensure it doesn’t leak. Then, install the interior casing and exterior trim (as needed). If you prefer to hire a professional to install a window, consider replacing more than one window at a time, as the pro can work more efficiently.

How much is a custom window?

Choosing custom windows will increase your window installation cost but will provide you with exactly what you want. The average national cost for window installation is $2,650. Your custom window costs will vary based on several factors. The first factor is the type of frame you want. The four most common types of frames are vinyl, fiberglass, aluminum and wood. Wood is typically the most expensive option, followed by aluminum. The type of glass you select will also affect cost. There are single-, double- and triple-pane windows. Most double- and triple-pane windows have gas sealed between the panes that act as insulation. Windows typically cost more the more energy-efficient they are, though this efficiency can save you money on utility bills in the long run. The type of glass used can also affect cost. There are different grades of glass — high-performance glass, low-e coated glass, and more — which all provide you with better insulation. In addition, the number of unified inches (window height x window width) you need will affect cost. The cost of custom windows will also be affected by installation cost and whether any repair or construction work is required to properly fit the new window.

How much would it cost to put in new windows?

The cost to replace a window can vary depending on factors such as window size, type of glass, brand of window, necessary trim repair, and any construction work required for installation. Labor rates and cost to do business in your region will also affect the cost. The national average window installation cost is $2,650 per project. Here are some examples of average trim repair and window replacement costs: